Author Archives: nickollivere

Does anyone else feel a little bit suspicious about the engine dropping on transit? It seems, to me, very much like a Mafia hit. Whatever the truth, Villeneuve is still worried about what Fisichella might do next: “I hope there … Continue reading →

Next year will be the most fundamental shift in the driver’s market in a long time. We could see all new drivers in the top three teams – Ferrari, McLaren and Renault. It all depends on Michael. If he stays, … Continue reading →

Is racing/playing at home an advantage? I predicted Schumacher would win today’s race, not necessarily because he had the faster car, but because I thought Alonso wouldn’t be able to take the pressure. For Alonso, like I would say Barrichello, … Continue reading →

To view my photos and live action video from the 26th April go here: Silverstone Test The brilliance of seeing the cars live is unparalleled. The TV reduces the sound, size and speed of them. It is if anything, I … Continue reading →

As Alonso sat behind Schumacher to begin yet another lap of the 2006 San Marino Grand Prix, I believe his thoughts were probably echoing what Randy had said in last week’s episode of My Name is Earl: ‘Damn it! I … Continue reading →

The title to this post comes from the latest edition of the Scary Movie franchise, and is in fact the only good line in an otherwise awful film. I think, however, that it neatly identifies the problem Rubens has at … Continue reading →

Why are drivers, managers, teams etc. always described as ‘bullish’ before the next race/season? I thought this was just a joke in the F1 Manager game, but journalists really do use it, all the time (the latest: Schumacher feeling bullish). … Continue reading →

If, like me, you resort to projectile vomitting when you hear the new itv-f1 theme tune, and attempt to pluck your eyes out with matchsticks when you see the new intro sequence, perhaps you’ll agree it’s time for a change. … Continue reading →

In what could become a regular feature (?), here is a dramatic photo from last year’s championship: can you guess which race it was, and which two drivers are involved? A Sauber is flicked on to full lock in order … Continue reading →